Indian Shooting Sports Events

Sixth Edition of Pondy Open Shooting Championship 2026 (Air Rifle and Air Pistol events only) under the aegis of Pondicherry Shooting Association.

The 0755 INDIA OPEN COMPETITION in (Rifle/Pistol) NR events at MP State Shooting Academy, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh and organized and conducted by the National Rifle Association of India. The Level of the Competition is Pre-National Level Competition as defined under NRAI Match book.

The ERA Beginner Match 2k26 and Erode 1st Open Shooting Championship 2k26 (Air Rifle and Air Pistol events only) conducted under the aegis of Tamil Nadu Shooting Association and organized by Erode Rifle Academy.

The Directorate of Public Instruction, Madhya Pradesh has been entrusted with the responsibility of hosting the 69th NATIONAL SCHOOL GAMES 2025-26 SHOOTING U-17 Boys & Girls competition under the auspices of School Games Federation of India.

The Khelo India University Games 2025 for shooting are set to take place from November 23 to December 5, 2025, at the renowned Jagatpura Shooting Range in Jaipur, Rajasthan. With a daily allocation of 256 shooters, this event promises to showcase some of the best talents in the shooting sports arena.

The 011 INDIA OPEN COMPETITION in (Rifle/Pistol) NR events organized and conducted by the National Rifle Association of India.

STC Para Shooting under the aegis of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) will be organizing the 6th Zonal (North, South, East, West, Central) Para Shooting Championship, 2025 in Rifle/Pistol/VI events.

The XXXIV All India G. V. Mavalankar Shooting Championship in Pistol events will be held at The Ahmedabad Military and Rifle Training Association Rifle Club, Ahmedabad, Gujarat from 31st October to 10th November, 2025. This Championship will be conducted by Gujarat State Rifle Association under the aegis of the National Rifle Association of India. Athletes must achieve minimum qualifying scores as per NRAI Match Book to participate. The event includes various pistol disciplines and age categories, with specific eligibility criteria outlined. Athletes below the age of 12 years are not allowed to participate in firearm matches, and those below 10 years cannot participate in air weapon events. The entry fee is ₹950 per match plus GST, and entries must be submitted online through the NRAI system.

The 0175 INDIA OPEN COMPETITION (SHOTGUN) 2025 is organized by the National Rifle Association of India at New Moti Bagh Gun Club, Patiala, Punjab. The competition will take place from 29th October to 5th November, 2025, and is classified as a Pre-National Level Competition. Athletes must meet specific eligibility criteria to participate, including previous participation in recognized championships. Various age categories are available, and medals will be awarded based on qualification scores. The entry fee is ₹2000 per match plus GST, with provisions for adjustments for athletes who previously paid fees. Participants are responsible for their accommodation arrangements.

The XXVII All India Kumar Surendra Singh Inter School Shooting Championship 2025 will be held at Saragarhi Shooting Range, Guru Nanak College Campus, Velachery, Chennai, TN from 27th October to 4th November, 2025. This championship is open to school students across the country in individual and team events, representing their respective State Rifle Associations. Athletes must achieve the Minimum Qualifying Scores (MQS) during State Inter School Shooting Championships or recognized competitions to participate. The competition will follow ISSF rules and NRAI Match Book guidelines. Prize distributions will occur on specific dates for Air Pistol and Air Rifle events. Athletes must register online through the NRAI system, with specific deadlines for normal and late entries. Various age categories are available, including Junior, Youth, and Sub Youth, with specific eligibility criteria for participation.

The 9th East Zone Shooting Championship 2025 in Shotgun (NR) events will be held at Midnapore Rifle Club Shooting Range, West Bengal from 30th October to 2nd November, 2025. This championship is open to athletes belonging to the East Zone only. Athletes from para military forces, AI, ONGC and other affiliated units of NRAI, who are domicile or having posting in the Western States shall be eligible to represent their units with prior written permission from NRAI. Various age categories are available for participation, and specific rules apply to Deaf and Para athletes. The entry fee is ₹2000 plus GST, and entries must be submitted online through the NRAI system. Medals will be awarded based on performance, with specific criteria for eligibility.

The 44th North Zone Shooting Championship 2025 in Shotgun events will be held at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Ranges, New Delhi, from 25th to 31st October, 2025. This championship is open to athletes from the North Zone states only. Athletes must adhere to the eligibility criteria and rules as per the NRAI Match Book. Various age categories are available, and medals will be awarded based on performance. The event will include competitions in Trap, Double Trap, and Skeet shooting. Athletes must register online and pay the entry fee before the deadlines.

The 44th North Zone Shooting Championship 2025 in RIFLE events will be held at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Ranges, Tughlakabad, New Delhi from 27th to 31st October, 2025. This Championship will be conducted by Himachal Pradesh State Rifle Association under the aegis of the National Rifle Association of India and as per rules and regulations under NRAI Match Book.